Dan Wilson Praises Seattle Mariners Top Prospect After Long-Term Extension
The Mariners skipper had kind words for the organization's top prospect after Emerson's historic deal
SEATTLE ā The Seattle Mariners recently wrapped up its first homestand of the season with a 3-4 record after a 5-3 loss against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. The Mariners , who entered this season as legitimate World Series contenders for the first time in over two decades, will look to shake off the early-season rust in the first of a three-game series against American League West rivals, the Los Angeles Angels at 6:38 p. m.
PT on Friday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. While Seattle is focusing on its present, it also made a significant decision this week pertaining towards its future. On Tuesday, the Mariners agreed to an eight-year, $95 million contract with top prospect Colt Emerson (No.
7 MLB Pipeline top 100 ). The deal will run through 2033 and is worth up to $130 million with incentives and escalators. The contract includes a club option for a ninth season in 2034 and is the largest in MLB history for a player who hasn't made their major league debut.
Emerson had an opportunity to make Seattle's Opening Day roster on March 26. He didn't break camp but posted a great spring regardless. He slashed .